The story takes place in a world where robots have become an integral part of everyday life and have replaced many human jobs. The main character is a young man named Ivan, who has always been fascinated by robots and their capabilities. He is a brilliant inventor and engineer, and he spends most of his time working on his latest project - creating a robot that can think and feel like a human. The plot of the book revolves around Ivan's journey to create this robot, which he names "Nechayev". As Ivan works tirelessly to bring Nechayev to life, he begins to realize that the robot is developing its own consciousness and emotions, and it starts to question its own existence and purpose. The book explores themes such as the nature of consciousness, the ethics of artificial intelligence, and the consequences of playing God with technology. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the need for connection and understanding between people.

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